Registration: J2 NXD
Chassis Number: WDDAK76F88M001488
Engine Number: 15600000000000
Odometer reading 9688 miles
The SLR McLaren, introduced in November 2003, was Mercedes-Benz's foray into the world of the supercar, alongside such cars as the Porsche Carrera GT and the Ferrari Enzo. It was developed in collaboration with the McLaren Technology Centre which, at the time, was partially owned by Mercedes-Benz. While Ferrari and Porsche pursued creating the best all-out supercars that the world had ever seen, Mercedes-Benz and McLaren attempted to create a car that coupled the best aspects of supercars with that of grand tourers. Engineers at Mercedes-Benz and McLaren took care to place the V8 as far back as possible in the chassis in order to improve the car's handling, giving the SLR near-perfect weight distribution. The SLR's engine produces 617bhp at 6,500rpm, thanks to a Lysholm-type twin-screw supercharger. A dash from 0-60mph took 3.8 seconds and the car leads to a quarter mile in just over 11 seconds with a top speed of 206mph. Its AMG Speedshift R transmission provides three manual modes to suit the owner's style of driving. Other remarkable technical features include the Sensotronic 'brake by wire' system, carbon-ceramic disc brakes and an automatic airbrake which can bring the SLR to a screeching halt from 120mph to a dead stop in less than 240 feet.This SLR Roadster is in absolutely unmarked condition finished in iconic Mercedes-Benz Silver synonymous with the silver arrows with a black hood and red/black trim. The cockpit area of a SLR is a thing of beauty and to drive such a car is a memorable experience. This one is no different, the engine fired up immediately when request and to be expected of such a car and drives with no known faults. Born as a U.S.-specification model this SLR was imported to the UK when our vendor returned here due a change of job and has since been entrusted to Mercedes-Benz Brooklands (the UK service center of excellence for SLR McLarens) who we are informed will also service the car prior to the sale. Converted to EU specifications along with EU taxes paid this example is supplied with the original lights should the car return to Europe or the United States. Whether you are driving to your local restaurant or to the South of France, there can be few more exciting ways to travel than a Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
* Interested parties should note the number plate shown is to be retained and a new, age-related registration issued instead. *
* Interested parties should note that contrary to the description in the catalogue this Mercedes SLR has not yet been serviced by Mercedes-Benz World due to time constraints. The service has been booked for the 10th December and our vendor has confirmed that the cost of the standard service will be covered by him. *
